In this week's blog we look at how the Tribute performs for a family that is considering entering the motorhome market. We took the "Diaz" family, Mum Reina, Dad Tomas, Son Leo (11) and Daughter Sol (8) to Camp Bestival in Dorset for 4 days of family festival fun.

High Praise From MP At North Yorks Park

I think it is safe to say that Brexit has caused a fair bit of stress and turmoil for most of us here in the UK. So now that it seems to have been...paused...postponed.... why not find yourself a little slice of non Brexit relaxation time in Dorset.

As the weather starts to warm up everyone is flocking to the campsites and dealerships in equal measures. If you visit Salop Leisure in Shrewsbury you will be visiting both campsite and caravan superstore in the same location. From the end of April to mid May Salop are showcasing their stock offers during the largest free caravan showcase in the UK.

Tuesday, 23, Apr 2019 02:46

By William Coleman

April brings the English Tourism Week where the very best holiday spots get highlighted for all their hard work and get away offerings. During Tourism Week a family run North Yorks park drew some very high praise following a visit from a local MP.

North Yorkshire MP Kevin Hollinrake has praised a family's award-winning Yorkshire Moors holiday park for its "tremendous contribution to tourism" in the region.

Mr Hollinrake made his comments on a special visit to Wayside Lakes at Wrelton, near Pickering, during April's English Tourism Week.

The 10-acre park, recently subject to a £500,000 investment by the family, is based around two picturesque lakes, and provides luxury lodges for private owners.

Mr Hollinrake also took the opportunity to present an Exceptional Service Award to Wayside's manager and co-director Trevor Jones who has worked on the park for 27 years.

The award is the highest honour given to outstanding park personnel by the British Holiday & Home Parks Association, the park industry's professional body.

Mr Hollinrake, who represents the constituency of Thirsk and Malton, said business owner Mark Goodson was to be congratulated for his vision and commitment:

"This is an excellent and very attractive development which provides the perfect base to explore some of the most beautiful parts of Yorkshire," said Mr Hollinrake.

"Tourism is one of Yorkshire's most important industries, and it is five-star developments such as Wayside which stimulate the sector.

"The knock-on effect of an inspirational holiday park like this, in terms of jobs and investment in Ryedale, is very significant, and it has been a privilege to come here," he added.

Mark Goodson, who owns Wayside Lakes and the adjacent Wayside Holiday Park, said he was absolutely delighted that the MP had found time to visit and learn more about the business:

"Our MP showed a genuine interest in what we are trying to achieve at Wayside, and we are grateful for his presenting my colleague and friend Trevor Jones with a long-service certificate.

"Trevor has worked first for my father Roger, and now with me as my co-director. His hard work, enthusiasm, good humour and commitment to Wayside is exemplary," said Mr Goodson.

Mr Goodson, whose family has long been involved in the entertainment and leisure sector, said that this year is likely to prove exceptionally busy for the park:

"Last year was very strong for us with almost £400,000 of holiday home sales, despite Brexit, the chilly start to the season, and the football World Cup when everything stopped.

"Most of our new owners are more mature folk who want a comfortable and attractive holiday home in tranquil countryside with easy access to popular destinations.

"Wayside Lakes is set in superb walking country with just a short distance from Yorkshire's breath-taking coastline, historic market towns, and world-class heritage sites," said Mr Goodson.

I think it is safe to say that Brexit has caused a fair bit of stress and turmoil for most of us here in the UK. So now that it seems to have been...paused...postponed.... why not find yourself a little slice of non Brexit relaxation time in Dorset.

As the weather starts to warm up everyone is flocking to the campsites and dealerships in equal measures. If you visit Salop Leisure in Shrewsbury you will be visiting both campsite and caravan superstore in the same location. From the end of April to mid May Salop are showcasing their stock offers during the largest free caravan showcase in the UK.

At CaravanTimes we recently had a Benimar Tessoro 483 on test for a couple of weeks. We have done just over 2000 miles in the Tessoro and tested in various ways - as you will find out in our inspiration features coming up. But before we give you some ideas of where and why you should use a motorhome like the Tessoro we wanted to bring some information on the Tessoro range and the very interesting 483.

So as most of our readers will know, the CaravanTimes team were lucky enough to be part of Bailey of Bristols, Bristol to the Bosphoros trip. Travelling 21 countries in 21 days the team did a fantastic job to take the 2 caravans and motorhome cross-continental.